Introducing pumphouse points exclusive new space lake st clair accommodation. The world heritage listed cradle mountainlake st clair national park is a paradise for photographers, wildlife and outdoors enthusiasts, but, most of all, its a haven for walkers. Lake st clair is the end point of the famous overland track, which runs for 65km from cradle mountain. Dove lake circuit, cradle mountain, tas walking maps.
May 11, 2015 lake st clair with a maximum depth of 200 m is australias deepest lake. Apr 20 mar 20 feb 20 jan 20 dec 19 nov 19 oct 19 sep 19. Cynthia bay, lake st clair tasmania parks and wildlife. It forms part of the cradle mountainlake st clair national park. The lake forms the southern end of the cradle mountain lake st clair national park. Lake st clair, tas march 2019 daily weather observations. Few places in the world offer such pristine scenery and diverse hiking options. Best trails in cradle mountainlake saint clair national park. It is located in cradle mountain lake st clair national park while you are in the area, another really good nearby.
Located within cradle mountain lake st clair national park with views of cynthia bay, lake st clair lodge offers a variety of accommodations choices. Les meilleures marches au cradle mountainlake saint clair. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting cradle mountainlake st. Lake st clair is at the southern end of the world famous cradle mountain lake st clair national park and is part of the tasmanian wilderness world heritage area. Clair national park and walls of jerusalem national park. Lac sainteclaire is a freshwater lake that lies between the canadian province of ontario and the u. The lake and its surrounding mountains are irresistibly serene and for those staying overnight, twilight at lake st clair is simply magical. Lake st clair lodge with an interactive map and directions. There are a number of options for walkers wishing to do overnight walks in the lake st clair area.
Camping areas near lake st clair, with interactive campfinder map, directions, facilities and pictures including 29 campgrounds. Freycinet national park maria island national park southwest national park franklin gordon national park cradle mountain lake st clair national park savage river national park takayna tarkine walls of. Clair national park at the terminus of a 53mile 85km walking track from the mountain. Lake st clair park centre is operated by the department of parks and wildlife, tasmania. Lake st clair is a lake in the central highlands area of tasmania, australia. Bass strait m a c q u a r i e wild rivers h a r b o u r d e n t r e c a s t e a u x c h a n n e l.
Tasmanian wilderness world heritage area management plan 2016 pdf. This interpretive nature walk at cradle mountain gets you easy access to the tasmanian wilderness world heritage area outside launceston. As the name suggests, the park is made of mountains and lakes, including cradle mountain, barn bluff, mount pelion, mount pelion, mount oakleigh, mount ossa and lake st clair. The lake has only been infrequently dived in the past, and little is known about its. Cynthia bay, lake st clair site plan 2004 this site plan has been prepared under the provisions of the tasmanian wilderness world heritage area management plan 1999, p. Find the perfect lake st clair tasmania australia stock photo. Unmissable lake st clair accommodation two industrial buildings gently transformed as an intimate retreat in the heart of world heritage wilderness. Lake saint clair lake, tasmania, australia britannica. In addition you could spend time at a few of the regions traditional villages, historic bridges and history museums. Overnight accommodation is also plentiful at cradle mountain. Cradle mountain lake st clair national park tasmanian. The trough is shown as a piedmont rock basin on the glacial map of tasmania derbyshire, banks, davies and jennings 1965, the minimum extent of which was estimated on.
Cradle mountain lake st clair walk 6 day self guided pack. Sep 05, 2010 a winter paddle on lake st clair on the central plateau of tasmania. Clair national park the following 185 files are in this category, out of 185 total. Ymca mount clemensmacomb family ymca canoe rentals. Lake st clair is located some 180 kilometers to the west of hobart and 95 kilometers to the east of queenstown and is one of the. Lake st clair or leeawulenna is a natural freshwater lake located in the central highlands area of tasmania, australia. Carved out by ice during several glaciations over the last two million years, this is the deepest freshwater lake in australia 167 metres 547.
It has an area of approximately 45 square kilometres 17 sq mi, and a maximum depth of 160 metres 520 ft, making it australias deepest lake. Cradle mountainlake st clair national park map tasmania. The acropolis is a 6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near lake st clair, tasmania, australia that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The shorehouse six rooms, lounge, honesty bar and dining room. The last 14 months of daily weather observations for lake st clair, tasmania are also here on this web site. Clair is known for its lake views, mountain views, and wildlife. To print this page, get the pdf version one page, 45 kb. We stayed at narcissus hut, did a short walk and on the way back next day visited lake laura after a. Guests can interact with local wildlife, including pademelons and bennetts wallabies. The mountains sits at the northern end of the cradle mountain lake st. Pick one or do the full circuit, the choice is yours.
Photograph midlands rural landscapes, lakes and mountains. Although its a relatively boring walk in its own right shadow lake circuit or mt rufus makes for a better day walk. Lake st clair national park savage river national park walls of jerusalem national park mole creek karst national park hartz mtns national park south bruny national park tasman national park strzelecki national park narawntapu national park mount field national park ben lomond national park rocky cape national park f li n d e s is l a n dc l. Lake saint clair, lake in westcentral tasmania, australia, lying at the southern boundary of cradle mountainlake st. Minivan transport is provided to the national park, including pickup from your accommodation. It was named in 1679 by french catholic explorers after saint clare of assisi, on whose feast day they first sighted this body of water. Lake st clair world heritage site discover tasmania. Clair for a while, spread your wings and discover midlands other charms. This park has two main attractions cradle mountain making up the north of the park, with lake st clair in the south. Each studio, cabin and cottage includes a private bathroom and tv with cddvd player. Lake st clair tourist park world heritage, camp sites. Lake st clair cradle mountain lake st clair national park.
Lake st clair lodge map tasmania, tasmania mapcarta. There is no direct road from cradle mountain to lake st. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching. The deepest lake in australia, lake st clair, is at the southern end of the cradle mountain lake st clair. The park is part of the tasmanian world heritage wilderness area and home to perhaps the best known natural attractions in tasmania, cradle mountain and lake st clair. Clair is a relaxing place surrounded by lake and mountain views. Find hotels and other accommodations near cradle mountainlake st.
Lake st clair, australias deepest lake, tasmania youtube. Overview overview walk into luxury in tasmanias wilderness. Lake st clair offers three short walks for you to choose from. Situated within cradle mountain lake st clair national park which is part of the tasmanian wilderness world heritage area. Jan 05, 2019 the hike from narcissus hut to cynthia bay along lake st clair is the last or first. To use this page in a spreadsheet, get the plain text version 4 kb. Cradle mountain lake st clair national park is located in the central highlands of tasmania. Property map pumphouse point lake st clair tasmania. Located adjacent to the main lodge building, the park centre has innovative displays which show how the lake st clair area has developed from ancient times through to the present day. The aboriginal people of the area called the lake leeawuleena, meaning sleeping water. Bible map tr visitors touring guide to tasmania, australia. Lake st clair or leeawulenna is a natural freshwater lake located in the central highlands area. Deep in the heart of tasmania s wilderness world heritage area sits lake st clair, one of tasmania s most beautiful places. It is about 5 days walk on the overland track to get between the two.
The lake has an area of 11 square miles 28 square km, measures 9 miles by 1 mile 14. Theres plenty more to see, including sights like cynthia bay. Lake st clair, tasmania is the deepest lake in australia, and apparently the deepest glacial lake in the world. Visitor centre is situated 3 km west of st clair weir. Cradle mountainlake st clair national park tasmania parks and. Cradle mountain is one of the iconic wilderness areas of tasmania that is easily accessible by road as a day trip from launceston. Cradle mountain lake st clair national park cradle mountain lake st clair national park is located in the central highlands of tasmania, the island state of australia. We stayed at narcissus hut, did a short walk and on the way back next day visited lake laura after a bit of scrub bashing. Clair ist ein see im westen des australischen bundesstaates tasmanien. Backpacking lake st clair everything you need to know. Clair national park and walls of jerusalem national park and book today.
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